Echo Global Logistics, Inc. (“Echo”), a leading provider of technology-enabled transportation and supply chain management services, announced Paula Frey, Echo’s Chief Human Resources Officer, has been named one of the winners of this year’s Women in Supply Chain Award. This award is presented by Food Logistics, the only publication dedicated to covering the movement of products through the global cold food supply chain, and Supply & Demand Chain Executive, a publication covering the entire global supply chain.
“I’m thrilled to receive this award,” Frey said. “Throughout my professional career I have aspired to do my part to highlight, promote, and mentor other women in business. I’m honored to be recognized for my role in integrating women’s representation into all aspects of this competitive industry.”
“I’m extremely proud to see Paula named to this award for all of her dedicated work as a supply chain industry leader,” said Doug Waggoner, Chief Executive Officer at Echo. “Paula’s contributions exemplify what it means to be an Echo leader, from always striving to do better, to fostering community, and carrying the load together, the Echo way of describing teamwork.”
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This award honors women in supply chain leadership and executive positions whose accomplishments and mentorship set an example for women in all levels of a company’s supply chain network. More than 400 nominations were submitted for this year’s award, including 118 submitted by male counterparts nominating a boss, co-worker, or associate.
“Women have been making a significant impact in supply chain management, contributing to the growth and innovation of the supply chain industry,” said Marina Mayer, Editor-in-Chief of Food Logistics and Supply & Demand Chain Executive. “As more women join the supply chain workforce, they bring diverse perspectives that can help address complex supply chain problems and improve global supply chain operations.”
SOURCE : PRNewswire